An amber-glazed amphora
An amber-glazed amphora
Tang Dynasty
The baluster body rising to a rounded shoulder surmounted by a tall waisted neck and everted lipped rim, flanked by a pair of curved strap handles terminating in dragon heads biting the cup-shaped rim, splashed with an amber glaze stopping irregularly and exposing the unglazed lower body. 38.5cm (15 1/8in) high.
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An amber-glazed amphora
Tang Dynasty
The baluster body rising to a rounded shoulder surmounted by a tall waisted neck and everted lipped rim, flanked by a pair of curved strap handles terminating in dragon heads biting the cup-shaped rim, splashed with an amber glaze stopping irregularly and exposing the unglazed lower body. 38.5cm (15 1/8in) high.